The Green Teacher Gathering seeks to bolster the environmental and sustainability education movement in the Chicagoland area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dates and location of the conference?
The Green Teacher Gathering will take place on Wednesday, June 24 from 9:00am-3:45pm CST, optional reception 3:45pm-5:00pm. It will be held at the Academy for Global Citizenship located at 4942 W. 44th St, Chicago, IL 60638. Click here for a Google Map of the location. Click here for a map of the interior of the Academy for Global Citizenship. 

Are free tickets available for people who need them?
If the cost of the tickets would be a barrier for you to attend the Green Teacher Gathering, we will offer a limited number of free/equity tickets. If you are unable to afford the registration fee, click here to complete a form requesting a no-questions-asked scholarship and receive a promo code. When you register, enter your promo code at the last step in your checkout. 

What are the parking options?
While we highly suggest public transportation if possible, there is plenty of free street parking located on the streets surrounding the building. Parking to the west of the building is reserved for accessible parking but there will be some parking at the lot located across the street at LeClaire M.B. Church at 4402 S Lavergne Ave, Chicago, IL 60638. 

Are there any transportation options or recommendations for getting to the conference venue?
The Academy for Global Citizenship is located 2 blocks west of Cicero Ave. The Cicero bus #54 stops at Cicero Ave and 44th St. You can also take the Orange line to Midway and take the Cicero #54 bus north to 44th St.

Are Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) available?
Yes, this event provides 7 hours of CEUs or clock hours for educators. All clock hours will be done digitally via the Educator Licensure Information System (ELIS). To register for CEUs, log into your ELIS account FIRST, then click here to register for your clock hours into PD+. IMPORTANT NOTE: Registering for clock hours DOES NOT register you for the event. Please purchase tickets to the event to attend.

Why are you serving plant-based (vegan) food at this event?
Eating a plant-based diet can reduce our carbon footprint and help mitigate climate change, as well as improve human health. The Green Teacher Network is committed to reducing our impact on the planet and supporting healthy communities through plant-based food options at its programs and events. Additionally, the Academy for Global Citizenship, is committed to a plant-forward diet for its school lunch program and any events it hosts. To learn more about the benefits of a plant-based diet and its impact on the environment, visit Climate Change 2022: Mitigation of Climate Change, to access a report from the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.

Will you be composting waste at this event?
Yes, the Green Teacher Network strives to make its events, including the Gathering, waste free. All packaging and materials used for the event will be compostable and WasteNot composting service will be on site to help with composting the day of the event. To learn more about composting visit WasteNot Compost.

Who is this event for?
This event welcomes all people interested in environmental education and sustainability including community members, gardeners, teachers, parents, out of time school facilitators, artists, and more!

Can I volunteer for this event?
Yes, we may be looking for volunteers for this event, please check back for details. 

Can I become a vendor at this event?
Yes, we have room for a small number of vendors at this event, please check back for details. 

How can I sponsor or donate to this event?
We would love to have you sponsor this event, please check back for details.